Arrest Made in Assassination Attempt on Pro-Palestinian Activist in Hoboken
Law enforcement in Hoboken thwarted an assassination attempt on a pro-Palestinian activist on Thursday night, resulting in the arrest of Alexander Heifler. Heifler faces charges related to the unlawful possession and making of firearms. The target of the plot was Nerdeen Kiswani, a co-founder of the pro-Palestinian group Within Our Lifetime, known for organizing protests in the city. The FBI conducted authorized law enforcement activity in the area of Willow Avenue and Clinton Street, with no current threat to public safety. Kiswani vowed to continue advocating for the people of Palestine despite the incident. If you have a news tip or story idea, you can share it with Eyewitness News.